Expert Quote: Hitachi Vantara on Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025

“The businesses that will thrive in 2025 aren't those with the biggest security budgets, but those that position security as an innovation catalyst. Cybersecurity today is the cornerstone of digital progress. As per global estimates, nearly 60 percent of small and medium enterprises experience at least one cyber incident annually, often impacting trust and growth. With increasing cloud adoption and connected infrastructure, the ability to secure data in real time has become business critical.
At Hitachi Vantara, we are helping organizations strengthen their cyber resilience through intelligent data infrastructure, AI-driven threat detection, and secure hybrid cloud solutions. We believe cybersecurity encompasses both protection and the ability to respond with preparedness and agility. By integrating advanced technology, data-driven insights, and a culture of security awareness, small and medium enterprises can transform security into a growth enabler. Cybersecurity must not be an afterthought but an integral part of an enterprise’s strategy and innovation journey.
Our goal is to ensure that every organization, regardless of size, can pursue digital transformation securely, positioning them for success in an increasingly connected world.”
Sanjay Agrawal, CTO and Head of Presales, India and SAARC, Hitachi Vantara